The Walk of a Lifetime

Where else can you walk along 630 miles of such superb coastline? The heritage, wildlife, geology and scenery along the way are truly inspirational and every day walking it brings stunning new experiences.

Whether you’re looking for an afternoon stroll to take you to a beauty spot, or to embark on the challenge of hiking the entire route from Somerset's Minehead on the edge of Exmoor around to the shores of Poole Harbour in Dorset, or something in between, you’ve come to the right place. On this website you’ll find all the information you need to plan your trip.

Use our Walk Finder tool (top right of page) to search for the perfect walk for you.

Discover the Coast Path

Welcome to the Coast Path short walk map

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Easy walks

Moderate walks

Challenging walks

How to use the map

To find walks, use the map controls to move the map and zoom into the area you are interested in. As you zoom into a section of coastline, walks and the other items shown on the key, will appear on the map. Clicking on any of the symbols will bring up more details about that walk or feature.

If the map is becoming too cluttered, you can hide features by un-ticking the box beside it in the key. If the box is greyed out, it means that feature is hidden unless you zoom in closer.

Latest News

Jonathan Dimbleby has marked a significant milestone in the history of the South West Coast Path today, by officially opening a new stretch between Strete and Strete Gate in South Devon. The event follows years of local residents and groups campaigning to take the route off a busy road.

Mark Berry, has run the 630 mile South West Coast Path in a record breaking 11 days, 8 hours and 15 minutes, shaving an impressive 3 days off the current world record of 14 days, 8 hours and 2 minutes, which was only set just over a month ago.

Followiing a cliff fall at the weekend the Coast Path has been temporarily diverted approximately 10 metres inland of its old route. Over the next few months Devon County Council will monitor the cliff fall and hold discussions with Thurlestone Golf Club with a view to formalising a permanent alternative route. The Golf Club's help in quickly providing an alternative route is much appreciated.

Latest Events

After a very successful charity golf day this past October, to support the South Hams Appeal, Thurlestone Golf Club is again hosting a special charity golf competition on the 11th September supported by Bartons Solicitors. This 18-hole 4 BBB open competition, aims to raise funds for South West Coast Path improvements and repairs and costs £60 per pair to enter and includes lunch.

For further information and to enter a team please contact Steve Gledhill, the Club Manager at [email protected] or call 01548 560405

A walking challenge to see how many times the path can be completed over a month. Working with the National Trust to build the Association’s successful annual walking event.

Email[email protected]to register your interest in taking part or sponsoring this event.

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3 miles of Golden Sand. The view over Porth Kidney to Hayle and Godrevy.
It is a short walk through the golf course at Lelant to Porth Kidney and the Hayle Estuary. For the more energetic you can follow the South West Coast Path to Carbis Bay or St Ives.
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The South West Coast Path added 2 new photos.
Very pleased to see our #Challenge630 event in this month's Devon Life Magazine and we made it as a cover line too! Who's up for the challenge? http://t.co/3NlsIFIaG6more

Out on the Coast Path this weekend? Then #voteforus in the #FTAwards2015 http://t.co/QF4BfAVfWK best Eco holiday! Share your pictures of family walks and let your friends know you voted by 31 August
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St Michael's Mount from Longrock
St Michael's Mount is a tidal island linked to the town of Marazion by a granite causeway. It has a resident population of about 35 and has been the seat of the St Aubyn family since the mid 1600's The earliest buildings, on the summit, date to the 12th century, the harbour is 15th century and the village and summit buildings were rebuilt between 1860 and 1900. The chapel on the summit is appropriately enough dedicated to St Michael, patron saint of high places. The Mount is now managed by The National Trust. A boat service operates from Marazion to the Mount, when the causeway is under water.
The path on the left of the photo is the South West Coast path which has been widened and surface between Penzance and Marazion to provide a dual purpose route for walkers and cyclists (bike hire is available).
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Had a fab time at Yealmpton Show yesterday! Thanks to everyone who popped by to say hello and good luck to all entries in our hike & dine giveaway. Winner to be announced very soon!
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Hello! This is a last call for participants in a study that I am running on behalf of the National Trust. It is about how walking makes people feel, including how they sleep.
I am looking for people who will be walking by the sea this coming weekend, or over the next week. The study involves answering some brief questions via an online survey before and after your walk. Participants will receive a free pass to a National Trust property in return for their time and help. If you would like to take part, please register your details here: http://ow.ly/P86U6
Please feel free to contact me with any queries. Thank you!
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Did you know the #SWCoastPath is part of the International Appalachian Trail network? Our National Trail Officer Mark Owen has just returned from the bi-annual conference. Read all about his American adventures here…
http://www.southwestcoastpath.org.uk/newsapp/article/171/
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